Healthy Seafood Meal (Printable Version)
Flaky cod baked in a zesty mix of butter, garlic, and lemon, topped with bright herbs—so easy to pull together and full of light, fresh flavors.
# Ingredients:
→ Key Ingredients
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4 pieces of cod (6 ounces each)
→ Zesty Sauce
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1/4 cup of melted, unsalted butter (60g)
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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Juice from one lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
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3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon lemon zest
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon thyme (use 1 teaspoon if fresh)
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Salt and pepper, season how you like
→ Toppings
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
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Lemon wedges for serving
# Steps:
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Heat your oven up to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish lightly with a bit of olive oil or spray.
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Stir the melted butter, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, lemon zest, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper all together in a small bowl.
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Lay the cod fillets flat in your baking dish. Pour the zesty sauce over each piece, coating them completely.
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Put the dish in the hot oven and bake for 12-15 minutes. The cod should turn white and break apart easily with a fork. If your fillets are thicker, they may need more time.
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Top each fillet with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a few lemon slices. Enjoy it hot with sides like rice, veggies, or salad.
# Notes:
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Turn up the heat: Toss in some red chili flakes to spice up your lemony sauce.
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Switch it up: Swap cod for white fish like tilapia or haddock—they cook just as well.
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Keep leftovers: Store any extras in a sealed container in the fridge for up to three days.
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Double it up: Pair with greens like a garden salad or roasted veggies to make it a meal.